[Dingobloo]

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Team Liquid have today detailed the disciplinary action taken against Tyler 'NonY' Wasieleski for his mid-series forfeit against Juan 'MajOr' Lopez during the GSL World Championship online qualifier.

After being unable to meet the original schedule for the match, NonY, took to twitter to vent his frustration over being walked over. The three parties were able to eventually reach a mutual agreement to reschedule the match at a more suitable time, but after losing a game in the series NonY logged out of battle.net and remained unreachable.

Team manager Victor "Nazgul" Goosens had the following to say in regard to NonY's behavior:

Originally Posted by Nazgul

Unfortunately this isn't the first time Tyler has made questionable decisions regarding his tournament participation, and he had not always acted professionally in the past. As many of you may know, Tyler has been suffering from depression. While it is an explanation for his behavior, it is not an excuse. I feel that it is unfair to tournaments, other players, and viewers to condone such behavior to continue.

After talking closely with Tyler we have decided that he will not be participating in the tournament circuit for a period of two months. Both Tyler and I agree that this is an appropriate course of action. Liquid will keep supporting Tyler as a part of the team, and I believe that a time away from tournaments may also have a positive effect on Tyler. We're hoping to reduce his stress and expectations, which will allow him to play without pressure and enjoy the game.

NonY also released the following statement:

Originally Posted by NonY

I apologize to MajOr, the tournament organizers, my team and my fans. I know the situations that tend to bring out my poor behavior and I intend to do a better job at avoiding them.

I believe Nazgul's decision to prohibit my participation in tournaments is disciplinary in the most positive sense of the word. I have found participating in competition with insufficient practice to be extremely frustrating. For years now I've continued to compete under the thought process that I'll just do my best and try to prepare better next time. It's time to try something different. I do not want to compete without the comfort and confidence that a healthy practice routine provides. I daresay I was known for my mental strength and strong competitive attitude in BW. I will try my best to return to that state, not only for my benefit but because it's what is good for our community and what the fans and my opponents deserve.

Learn More:

Statement on NonY and GSL World Championships
NonY on Liquipedia

[SLCN.Kez]

Jesus, its a new world of e-sports with teams punishing players now.

[Snx.Mufasa]

Originally Posted by cR.Kez

Jesus, its a new world of e-sports with teams punishing players now.

Something similar would happen in any other sport, it seems pretty normal to me.

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	SLCN.Kez:	Yeh but for the last 8-9 years no one has really done it, hence "new world" not "why is this happening"
	nirvAnA:	they are trying to treat a professional sport, professionally. good direction imo.

[Dingobloo]

Originally Posted by cR.Kez

Jesus, its a new world of e-sports with teams punishing players now.

It's funny, the stephano story and this being so close together makes it look like EG and Liquid one-upping each other, "You suspended a player for 1 month? BOOM. 2 months."

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ToR.Arnor:

It does lol, still lets hope TL are doing it for the right reasons :)

[NOM]

Originally Posted by Dingobloo

It's funny, the stephano story and this being so close together makes it look like EG and Liquid one-upping each other, "You suspended a player for 1 month? BOOM. 2 months."

[Stallion]

yay hopefully nony can get good

[SLCN.Kez]

Yeah Id have to say EG punishing stephano has set the precedent, 2 months for this tho seems a lil harsh

***** you, stay retired darn it!

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	zenabi:	i think its two months so he can work on personal issues, aka his depression
	NvPinder:	they set THE PRESIDENT?!?!?!?!

[TAXanT]

Dem pitch forks are out at the moment.

[ROOT`iaguz]

however unlike the stephano bullshit which was basically nothing blown up into something the nony bullshit actually has a bit of substance to it.

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Fairyking:

^

[Dox]

I'd say the real story is Tyler wanted to retire completely, and they said, "Look, just take a few months off man, no pressure." And it was wrapped up like this. :P

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aLtNinja:

This sounds accurate, and if he wanted to be competing in tournaments this would not have happened in the first place!

[mOOnGLaDe]

didnt even know this guy was still around!

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ToR.Arnor:

dats cause your mmr is too high to hit him :D

[VB_Boony]

It is a lot easier to suspend a struggling player than your star (and possible the best foreigner).

[SFTAElessar]

i wonder who is next :P

[Dox]

inb4 rossi suspended for getting all the ladies fired up on the plane to LA

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Dingobloo:

3 days, eat it.

[mGGDaedalus]

Honestly I think tyler got off pretty lightly, considering his track record of late. Obviously can't speak to the level of his depression but I fully agree with nazgul's sentiments: it's an explanation, not an excuse.

[neKo]

I'm surpised Tyler is still a "progamer"

[[TOG]Chrisau]

Gee if he's suffering from depression he should get some help, that's way more of an important thing to focus on than playing games!

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mGGDaedalus:

He does, this isn't a new condition he's had it for a long time

[DtorR]

I wonder if Tyler has been seeking counselling at all for his depression.

[syfCabracan]

Originally Posted by DtorR

I wonder if Tyler has been seeking counselling at all for his depression.

His team is aware of it and wants him to do well, I would be incredibly surprised if he wasn't getting councilling.

[ZizLah]

if you have a good enough support network and a good enough mind and will power you can beat it without the need of counselling.